{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Springs and Things","title":"66. What to Do in Summit County When the Snow’s Meh (A Colorado Springs Local’s Guide)","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1071,"description":"Ski season might be technically underway in Colorado, but that doesn’t mean the slopes are the main event this year. In this episode of Springs & Things, Carly and Lauren share their favorite things to do in Summit County when skiing conditions aren’t ideal (or when you just don’t feel like skiing at all).From cozy coffee shops and award-winning restaurants to tubing hills, art studios, snow forts, and immersive festivals, this episode is packed with winter mountain getaway ideas that don’t require skis. Whether you’re traveling with kids, planning a low-key weekend, or tagging along for ski programs you already paid for, this guide proves you can still have an unforgettable Colorado mountain trip.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy Summit County is worth visiting even in a low-snow ski yearThe best non-ski winter activities for families, couples, and solo travelersWhere to eat, drink coffee, and relax in Breckenridge, Frisco, and SilverthorneUnique art, culture, and events that make mountain towns special year-roundHow to enjoy Keystone and Breckenridge without skiing at allFood & Coffee Worth the TripRootstalk – James Beard Award–winning chef, hidden happy hour, and one of Colorado’s most talked-about dining experiencesSilver Crown – Cozy whiskey bar that surprises with excellent coffee and breakfastOuter Range Brewing Company – Favorite brewery vibes with standout brandingBird Craft (inside Outer Range) – Chicken stand that’s become a local favoriteMountain Dweller Coffee – Ideal work-from-anywhere atmosphereWinter Activities (No Skis Required)Frisco Adventure Park – Tubing, beginner ski lessons, sledding hills, and cross-country skiingThe Art Spot – Drop-in art studio with supplies, classes, and working artists on siteSilverthorne Recreation Center – Indoor pool with a rock-climbing wall that drops straight into the waterKeystone Snow Fort – Massive mountaintop snow fort accessible by lift (no skiing needed), plus Snow Fort After Dark eventsArt, Culture &...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1R7Yk2BRj3AQ18ACrejZHCFhmF74uh4im7Mif77HaM8/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81YTM4/MjRmYjM5NGEyMjI5/OWQ5YzI5NWUxN2Zm/ZDBjZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}